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The Smarter Way to Play Windows 7
According to Tech Insight magazine, moving customers to Windows 7 from Windows XP presents a great opportunity for system builders to capitalize on the recommended system requirements changes. There’s also a significant service opportunity with Windows 7 migrations, because clean operating system installations are more desirable than upgrades.

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Prepare for the Business Opportunities of Windows 7
The online course Windows 7 Professional in Small and Midsize Businesses offers valuable tips on how to position Windows 7 Professional for your small- and midsize-business customers. When you take the course and pass the assessment, you will be entered for your chance to win a copy of Windows 7 Professional.

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Use the Microsoft ready-to-use sales resources below to communicate with your customers today about the benefits of Windows 7.

Resource	Description
Fact Sheet: Selling Windows 7 .pdf 2.3 MB | preview	Quick reference card for selling Windows 7 with SKU Q&A. Outlines correct upgrade path and defines different types of installations.
Fact Sheet: Comparing Versions and Editions .pdf 3.9 MB | preview	Quick guide highlighting which Windows 7 edition customers should buy if they are purchasing a new PC or upgrading an existing PC. Compares Windows XP, Windows Vista, and editions of Windows 7.
Fact Sheet: Essentials .pdf 987 KB | preview	Quick guide on which Windows 7 edition is best for customers—Home or Professional.
Quick Reference Sales Card .pdf 1.8 MB | preview	Quick reference card for sales personnel. Covers three key Window 7 messages and compares Windows XP, Windows Vista, and editions of Windows 7.

Resource	Description
Launch Overview .pdf 2.3 MB | preview	Partner guidance for implementation of Windows 7 launch, including how to use the launch sales materials.
Demo Cards .pdf 14.8 MB | preview	At-a-glance demo cards for sales associates to learn how to give demos to customers—includes 17 different topics.
Fact Sheet: Genuine Windows .pdf 755 KB | preview	Quick guide on why customers should choose Windows Genuine products.
Pocket Guide .pdf 2.19 MB | preview	In-depth guide for sales associates to help them recommend Windows 7 and 2007 Microsoft Office to customers.
Battlecard .pdf 525 KB | preview	Convenient summary of Windows 7 product positioning, features and benefits, objection handling, system requirements, partner resources, and comparison to Windows XP.
Frequently Asked Questions .pdf 747 KB | preview	The top ten frequently asked questions that sales associates should be able to answer for any customer about Windows 7.
Objection Handler .pdf 766 KB | preview	Tool for telesales or in-store sales rep to address common objections and steer customer conversations towards a sales opportunity.
Windows 7 Opportunity Presentation .pptx 17 MB | preview	Covers the Windows 7 value proposition, key messages and supporting points, target customers, and objection handling.
Windows 7 Partner Sales Deck Presentation .pptx 17 MB | preview	This presentation educates call center or retail sales reps about what is the right SKU for them to sell.
Telesales Guide .pdf 591 KB | preview	For use during conversations with customers. Includes an overview of the market opportunity, reseller value proposition, resources, and next steps.
Small Business Sales Presentation .pptx 2.6 MB | preview	This presentation helps partners sell the business value of Windows 7 to your small business customers.
Copy Blocks .pdf 241 KB | .xps 261 KB | preview	Copy blocks that can be used in partner marketing efforts.